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This vegetarian main dish is cholesterol-free, virtually fat-free, and chock full of vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size1¼ cup

Calories171

Total Fatless than 1 g

Saturated Fatless than 1 g

Cholesterol0 mg

Sodium285 mg

Servings and Times

Servings8

Ingredients and Preparation

IngredientsMeasures

Dry red beans1 pound

Water2 quarts

Chopped onion1½ cups

Chopped celery1 cup

Bay leaves4

Chopped green pepper1 cup

Chopped garlic3 tablespoons

Chopped parsley3 tablespoons

Dried thyme, crushed2 teaspoons

Salt1 teaspoon

Black pepper1 teaspoon

Directions

Pick through beans to remove bad beans; rinse thoroughly.

In a large pot combine beans, water, onion, celery, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Cover and cook over low heat for about 1½ hours or until beans are tender. Stir. Mash beans against side of pan.

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